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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or SsangYong Rexton?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is noticeably cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,413 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 L/100km.

Rexton

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers only slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 695 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers significantly more boot space – 784 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 389 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 km
Mercedes A Class Saloon
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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